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Won't cede a single K'taka village, asserts Shivakumar; slams Maha resolution

Won't cede a single K'taka village, asserts Shivakumar; slams Maha resolution

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Speaking to reporters in Belagavi, he said, everyone in Karnataka is united to protect the interest of the state.

SC to hear on Mar 20 Telangana govt plea on pending bills with governor

SC to hear on Mar 20 Telangana govt plea on pending bills with governor

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

It said Article 200 of the Constitution empowers the governor to either give assent to a bill passed by the state legislature, or to withhold the assent, or reserve the bill for consideration of the President.

Maharashtra speaker begins hearing Shiv Sena disqualification pleas

Maharashtra speaker begins hearing Shiv Sena disqualification pleas

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Maharashtra assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar on Thursday began hearing the disqualification petitions filed against each other by two rival Shiv Sena factions led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his predecessor Uddhav Thackeray.

Maha district begins issuing Kunbi certificates to facilitate Maratha quota

Maha district begins issuing Kunbi certificates to facilitate Maratha quota

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Amid a fresh wave of protests in Maharashtra over the Maratha quota demand, authorities in Dharashiv district of the state on Wednesday started distributing Kunbi caste certificates to the eligible Maratha community members, paving the way for their inclusion in the OBC category.

Ashok Gehlot: 'Magician' leaves centre stage in Rajasthan

Ashok Gehlot: 'Magician' leaves centre stage in Rajasthan

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

"I sometimes think of leaving it, but the chief minister's post doesn't leave me," Ashok Gehlot famously said earlier this year, in part as a signal to the Congress top brass not to pick someone else for the job if the party wins the assembly polls.

Indian American Bal Sharma makes a run for Kansas legislature

Indian American Bal Sharma makes a run for Kansas legislature

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Dr Bal Sharma has not given age a moment's thought in his determination to run for the Kansas legislature from District 54 in Topeka as a Republican.

Rahul meets Kharge as Karnataka CM dilemma deepens

Rahul meets Kharge as Karnataka CM dilemma deepens

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Gandhi drove to Kharge's residence and held a closed-door meeting with the Congress chief.

Rahul's yatra to cover 15 states, now renamed as...

Rahul's yatra to cover 15 states, now renamed as...

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

The Congress on Thursday renamed the Rahul Gandhi-led Manipur-Mumbai yatra starting on January 14 as the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, which will travel through 100 Lok Sabha segments in 15 states including Arunachal Pradesh, and asserted it will prove to be as 'transformative' as his earlier cross-country march.

ED action looming, Soren's MLAs say he will remain Jharkhand CM

ED action looming, Soren's MLAs say he will remain Jharkhand CM

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Legislators of the ruling coalition partners in Jharkhand expressed solidarity with the Hemant Soren government on Wednesday and said the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader will continue as the chief minister.

Cong discusses 'unexpected' defeat in state polls

Cong discusses 'unexpected' defeat in state polls

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The Congress leadership on Friday held separate meetings to review its performances in the assembly polls in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, and said its defeat in the two states at the hands of the BJP was unexpected.

Vasundhara Raje's son behind confining BJP MLA in resort, alleges father

Vasundhara Raje's son behind confining BJP MLA in resort, alleges father

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Meena, however, refused to elaborate on the incident, which is seen as an attempt at 'badabandi' -- holing up elected leaders in resorts as a show of strength.

Govt favours Maratha quota, says Shinde after all-party meet

Govt favours Maratha quota, says Shinde after all-party meet

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Leaders at an all-party meeting on Maratha quota chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday passed a resolution asking activist Manoj Jarange to call off his indefinite fast.

Himachal Cong MLAs to meet again amid intense lobbying for CM's post

Himachal Cong MLAs to meet again amid intense lobbying for CM's post

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

From the morning itself, Congress MLAs made a beeline to Cecil Hotel in Shimla where the party's central observers -- Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and former Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda -- were staying.

Can't allow judiciary to run down Parliament: Vice President

Can't allow judiciary to run down Parliament: Vice President

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Parliamentary sovereignty cannot be permitted to be diluted or compromised by the executive or the judiciary, he said in his strongest remarks yet against alleged judicial interference in the working of Parliament.

Plea filed in SC against restoration of Rahul Gandhi's LS membership

Plea filed in SC against restoration of Rahul Gandhi's LS membership

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The petition, which was filed in the apex court on Tuesday by Lucknow-based advocate Ashok Pandey, said it is challenging the August 7 notification issued by the Lok Sabha restoring Gandhi's membership.

Belagavi bans entry of 3 Maharashtra ministers, 1 MP on Karnataka day

Belagavi bans entry of 3 Maharashtra ministers, 1 MP on Karnataka day

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

The Belagavi administration has banned three Maharashtra ministers and an MP from entering this border district, as they are expected to participate in the "black day" event organised by Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti (MES) on November 1, on the occasion of Karnataka formation day.

Himachal Congress leaves it to high command to name CM

Himachal Congress leaves it to high command to name CM

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday said the views of the newly-elected MLAs in Himachal Pradesh were being sought to bring out a consensus on who will be their leader.

SC rejects pleas to ask govt to frame religion-, gender-neutral laws

SC rejects pleas to ask govt to frame religion-, gender-neutral laws

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain pleas seeking a direction to the Centre to frame religion and gender-neutral uniform laws governing subjects like marriage, divorce, inheritance and alimony, saying it cannot direct Parliament to "enact the law".

SC refuses to transfer Adani probe to CBI, fully backs SEBI

SC refuses to transfer Adani probe to CBI, fully backs SEBI

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

In a significant win for the Adani group, the Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to transfer the probe into allegations of stock price manipulation by the Indian corporate giant to a special investigation team or the CBI, saying market regulator SEBI was conducting a "comprehensive investigation" and its conduct "inspires confidence".

BJP Wants Kejriwal In Jail For A Long Time

BJP Wants Kejriwal In Jail For A Long Time

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

If Kejriwal is arrested, it will take very little for Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena to summon a meeting of the assembly, direct it to elect a new leader of the House, and, if it doesn't, dissolve it and impose President's Rule, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

Centre tells SC pleas for same-sex marriage are 'urban-elitist' views

Centre tells SC pleas for same-sex marriage are 'urban-elitist' views

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Terming the petitions seeking legal validation of same-sex marriage as one which reflect an "urban elitist" view, the Centre has told the Supreme Court that recognition of marriage is essentially a legislative function which the courts should refrain from deciding.

Amit Shah blames Nehru as Parliament okays two J-K bills

Amit Shah blames Nehru as Parliament okays two J-K bills

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday assured the country that the beginning of building a "new and developed Kashmir" that will be free from terrorism has been made under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that full statehood would be restored to Jammu and Kashmir at an appropriate time.

After LS, women's reservation bill introduced in RS

After LS, women's reservation bill introduced in RS

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Introducing the 128th Constitution Amendment Bill, which was approved by a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Meghwal recounted the measures initiated by the Narendra Modi government for the empowerment of women over the last nine years.

The Magical World Of Muzaffar Ali

The Magical World Of Muzaffar Ali

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

'I somehow felt that Muzaffar Ali was in Aligarh to feel the pulse of the Muslim youth, especially in the darker and harsher times that India is passing through,' notes Mohammad Sajjad.

SC verdict on same-sex marriage evokes mixed reactions from LGBTQ community

SC verdict on same-sex marriage evokes mixed reactions from LGBTQ community

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

The Supreme Court judgment on the legality of same-sex marriage elicited mixed responses from LGBTQ activists, with one section hailing parts of the Constitution Bench's order, while others expressing dissatisfaction as it did not legalise same-gender weddings.

Uddhav vs Shinde: How the crisis unfolded

Uddhav vs Shinde: How the crisis unfolded

Rediff.com11 May 2023

The timeline of the Shiv Sena-centric political crisis in Maharashtra.

Manik Saha meets Tripura governor, stakes claim to form govt

Manik Saha meets Tripura governor, stakes claim to form govt

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Earlier in the day, Saha was elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting held in Agartala on Monday.

Some foreign universities acting as centres of anti-India activities: Dhankhar

Some foreign universities acting as centres of anti-India activities: Dhankhar

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday said "dangers are emanating from outfits", including some foreign universities, doubling up as centres of subversive anti-India activities out to demolish the country's civilisation ethos and sully and muddy its growth.

Vishnu Deo Sai takes oath as Chhattisgarh CM

Vishnu Deo Sai takes oath as Chhattisgarh CM

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and the tribal face of the party, Vishnu Deo Sai, on Wednesday took oath as the chief minister of Chhattisgarh, 10 days after the saffron party returned to power after a gap of five years by unseating Congress in the assembly elections.

Maharashtra resolution on border row irresponsible, anti-federal: Bommai

Maharashtra resolution on border row irresponsible, anti-federal: Bommai

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

He also expressed confidence about getting justice in the Supreme Court, as Karnataka's stand on the issue is both legal and constitutional.

Murder of democracy, govt wants to bulldoze key bills: Oppn on MPs' suspension

Murder of democracy, govt wants to bulldoze key bills: Oppn on MPs' suspension

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Soon after the suspension of 33 opposition Lok Sabha MPs, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said all democratic norms have been thrown into the dustbin by this "autocratic" government and it has shown zero accountability towards Parliament.

9 killed in blast at Nagpur explosives making unit; bodies yet to be recovered

9 killed in blast at Nagpur explosives making unit; bodies yet to be recovered

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

The incident took place at the unit, located 40 km from Nagpur, causing severe damage to the building, an official at Kondhali police station said.

Amid Maha drama, uncertainties remain over cabinet expansion

Amid Maha drama, uncertainties remain over cabinet expansion

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Sources in the BJP said the expansion of the cabinet was unlikely before the session though the allocation of portfolios to the NCP ministers might happen in the coming days.

Maha ex-CM Chavan gets threat mail after he demands Sambhaji Bhide's arrest

Maha ex-CM Chavan gets threat mail after he demands Sambhaji Bhide's arrest

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Chavan's aide also said police security has been increased for the senior Congress leader.

Same sex marriage: Humongous exercise, judiciary not equipped, govt tells SC

Same sex marriage: Humongous exercise, judiciary not equipped, govt tells SC

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The Centre on Wednesday requested the Supreme Court to consider leaving questions raised in the pleas seeking legal sanction for same sex marriages to Parliament.

Deadlock over Karnataka CM remains; Sidda, DKS meet party brass through the day

Deadlock over Karnataka CM remains; Sidda, DKS meet party brass through the day

Rediff.com18 May 2023

A new cabinet in the state will be in place in the next 48-72 hours.

Oppn warns of Russia-like mutiny if Mumbai police hires 'contractual cops'

Oppn warns of Russia-like mutiny if Mumbai police hires 'contractual cops'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Raising the issue in the legislative council, Leader of Opposition Ambadas Danve said the control of police should be under the state government.

Jarange calls off fast, to march on Mumbai if Maratha quota not given in 2 months

Jarange calls off fast, to march on Mumbai if Maratha quota not given in 2 months

Rediff.com3 Nov 2023

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on Thursday ended his nine-day-old indefinite fast, but warned of a bigger agitation if no action was taken in two months on giving reservation benefits to the community.

Rajasthan minister Dhariwal accuses Maken of siding with Sachin Pilot

Rajasthan minister Dhariwal accuses Maken of siding with Sachin Pilot

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Rajasthan minister and key Gehlot-loyalist Shanti Dhariwal on Monday launched a frontal attack on Congress's state in-charge Ajay Maken, alleging that he was talking to party MLAs in a partisan manner and canvassing for Sachin Pilot.

SC sets Dec 31 deadline for Maharashtra speaker to decide Shiv Sena pleas

SC sets Dec 31 deadline for Maharashtra speaker to decide Shiv Sena pleas

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Observing that the sanctity of the 10th Schedule of the Constitution should be maintained, the Supreme Court on Monday directed Maharashtra assembly speaker Rahul Narwekar to decide the cross-petitions filed by the rival factions of the Shiv Sena seeking disqualification of each other's MLAs by December 31.